DALTON RICKER

AUTHORIZED

DBA: RICKER'S TOWING

601 MIDDLE RD, OSWEGO, NY, 13126-5887|(315) 516-5768

USDOT

4214973

MC Number

N/A

Fleet Size

1

Total Drivers

1

Last updated: March 11, 2026

Safety overview

DALTON RICKER is a small intrastate only (hazmat) motor carrier based in OSWEGO, New York, operating 1 power unit with 1 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 3 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 100.0% runs above the national average of 5.51%. They have 1 crash on file (1 fatal). FMCSA records show 2 inspections for this carrier.

BASIC scores

SMS Percentiles

Higher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.

Unsafe Driving
94%
HOS / Fatigue
54%
👤Driver Fitness
99%
Controlled Substances
69%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
98%

Out-of-service rates vs. national average

An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.

Driver OOS rate100.0%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate100.0%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in New York is 13.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 25.6% across 122,475 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Intrastate Only (Hazmat)
Operation Classification
Private (Property)
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
No
Safety Rating Date
N/A

What are BASIC scores?

FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.

A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.

Unsafe driving
Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
HOS / Fatigue
Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
Driver fitness
Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
Controlled substances
Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
Vehicle maintenance
Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
Crash indicator
Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.

Inspections

2

Total

50%

Driver %

Driver Inspections2
Vehicle Inspections2
Driver OOS Rate100.0%
Vehicle OOS Rate100.0%

Crash history

1

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes1
Injury Crashes0
Tow Crashes1

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Frequently asked questions

Is DALTON RICKER authorized to operate?

Yes. DALTON RICKER (USDOT #4214973) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an intrastate only (hazmat) carrier.

What is DALTON RICKER's safety record?

DALTON RICKER has 3 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.

How many trucks does DALTON RICKER operate?

DALTON RICKER operates 1 power unit with 1 driver on file. That makes them a small carrier.

Does DALTON RICKER transport hazardous materials?

No. DALTON RICKER does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is DALTON RICKER located?

DALTON RICKER is based in OSWEGO, New York at 601 MIDDLE RD, 13126-5887. Phone: (315) 516-5768.

What are DALTON RICKER's out-of-service rates?

DALTON RICKER's driver out-of-service rate is 100.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Higher than average, which could point to driver compliance issues. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 100.0% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.